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Effect of PRE With LT Versus PRE With Compression Bandages on Lymphedema in Pregnant Females

NCT07037316 · Status: ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING · Phase: NA · Type: INTERVENTIONAL · Enrollment: 59

Last updated 2025-06-25

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Summary

This Study aims to compare the effectiveness of progressive resistance exercise (PRE) combined with lymphatic taping versus PRE combined with compression bandaging in managing lower limb lymphedema in pregnant women. Lymphedema during pregnancy is often caused by hormonal and mechanical changes that lead to fluid retention and swelling, significantly affecting mobility and quality of life. The study will involve 59 pregnant women diagnosed with lymphedema, divided into two groups.

Conditions

  • Lymphedema

Interventions

DIAGNOSTIC_TEST

progressive resistance exercise with lymphatic taping

Participants will receive a supervised, moderate-to-vigorous intensity resistance training program designed specifically for pregnant women, The resistance training will involve the use of light barbells (1-10 lbs) and weight plates (2.5-10 lbs), targeting all major muscle groups through 50-80 repetitions per muscle group over 3-5 minutes, with short rest intervals. Exercises will be performed at a self-rated intensity level considered moderate to vigorous, following the Borg scale for perceived exertion. The training program is based on the BodyPump format but modified to suit pregnancy-related safety considerations.

DIAGNOSTIC_TEST

progressive resistance exercise with compression Bandage

Participants in will receive progressive resistance exercise same as Group B and also receive thecompression bandaging as the primary intervention for the management of lower-limb oedema during pregnancy. The compression bandage will be applied in a multi-layered manner, beginning from the base of the toes and extending proximally to below the knee, ensuring graded pressure with higher compression distally and gradually reducing proximally to support venous and lymphatic return. Prior to each application, participants will be asked to lie in a supine position with their legs elevated for 15-20 minutes to reduce pre-existing swelling.

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Superior University

    lead OTHER

Study Design

Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
HEALTH_SERVICES_RESEARCH
Masking
NONE
Model
PARALLEL

Eligibility

Min Age
18 Years
Max Age
40 Years
Sex
FEMALE
Healthy Volunteers
No

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2025-03-04
Primary Completion
2025-06-01
Completion
2025-09-30

Countries

  • Pakistan

Study Locations

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